Working Out During the Pandemic

We’re over a year into this pandemic and if you’re anything like me, you feel like you’ve been in and out of shape at least 3 times already. Just know you are definitely not alone. Many of us have struggled with our fitness over the past year. Don’t put yourself down; this is the nature of life. Your journey is never a steady incline. It’s full of hills, valleys and plateaus. Yes, you’ve struggled, but tomorrow is a new day, with new opportunities. Here are a couple things I do to get back into the swing of things when my fitness meter is running low:

• Start with a walk. Whether you’re an avid runner or someone who prefers to take things slowly, starting with a simple walk is always a great way to get the motor going again.

• Create a workout consisting of your favorite exercises. We all admittedly have those exercises that we despise(for me it’s lunges), so don’t do them! If you’re in a fitness funk, create a workout that’s made up of the exercises you love to do.

• Build a workout playlist. Music gets the blood flowing and the body moving. Curate a playlist of your favorite songs that will get you up and active.

• Do something out of the norm. If you’re burnt out from bodyweight exercises or running all the time, try a dance workout, joining a recreational sports team, or seeking other ways to integrate fitness into your everyday life.

Remember, doing a little bit of something is far greater than doing nothing at all, sis. If you can drop and do 10 push ups everyday, that’s a start! Meet yourself where you are at and build from there. Most importantly, know that you are not alone in this fitness journey!

-Q. Lewis

Herhealth Lead Contributor